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Billinghurst Middle School

6685 Chesterfield Lane
Reno, NV 89523
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 935 students in grades 6-8, Billinghurst Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 935 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 30% in NV
  • : 44% (Top 30%)
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 41% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Billinghurst Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Billinghurst Middle School's student population of 935 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
935 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

School Rankings

Billinghurst Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Billinghurst Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NV)
#155 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
44%
30%
53%
44%
41%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
23%
45%
Black
2%
12%
White
59%
27%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Billinghurst Middle School's ranking?
Billinghurst Middle School is ranked #155 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Billinghurst Middle School often compared to?
Billinghurst Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Darrel Swope Middle School, Marce Herz Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Billinghurst Middle School?
935 students attend Billinghurst Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Billinghurst Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Billinghurst Middle School?
Billinghurst Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Billinghurst Middle School offer ?
Billinghurst Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Billinghurst Middle School part of?
Billinghurst Middle School is part of Washoe County School District.
In what neighborhood is Billinghurst Middle School located?
Billinghurst Middle School is located in the Northwest Reno neighborhood of Reno, NV. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Reno.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 935 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 44% (Top 30%)
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 41% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education

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